Been on your feet all day? Or sitting at desk? Putting your feet up is always a great idea and who knew that putting your legs up was actually a real Yoga pose.Legs up the wall is also know as Viparita Karani in the Yoga world and really is that simple!

Great things about 'Legs up the Wall'

Get the same benefits of an inversion without having to balance on your head or do a handstand! (who wants to that before bed anyway?)

​It's a restorative pose, meaning you can completely relax in it and you don't have to 'do' anything.

Helps relieve swollen ankles and tired feet.

​Gives the backs of the legs a nice little stretch.

Can help aid sleep, so great for helping insomnia.

How to do it.

Scootch up close to wall and put your legs up.

If your hamstrings are tight you can just be a little further away from the wall.

To get an extra lift up pop a pillow under your bum.

Have your arms relaxed by your side or for a lovely chest openers put your arms into the hands up position.

Do you find it difficult to get to sleep at night? Even though you know you are tired. Shakti Mudra is said to help relieve menstrual cramps in women as well as insomnia. Its helps to increase respiration in the lower part of your chest creating a calming effect on the body. Sounds great especially if you've had a long day, working, doing chores or simply navigating public transport! Try this Mudra after a long day when you need to wind down after all the hustle and bustle of the day in the city.

Here are some tips on Shakiti Mudra...

Join the tips of your two pinky fingers to each other.

Join the tips of your two ring fingers together.

Fold your thumbs into the palms.

Gently fold the index fingers and middle fingers over the thumbs.

Take deep smooth breaths.

Focus on the pelvic area and lower abdomen.

Lengthen your exhalations.

Practice for around 10 minutes or until you start to feel the body start to relax.

Zzzzzzzzzz....

Have you tried this Mudra, did you feel any effects on your body, mind and soul. Let us know in the comments below. Until next time, Lots of LoveHana & Aya

Practicing a hand Mudra may not bring the same intensity as doing 7 rounds of a Sun Salution but the sublte nuances created by gestures of the hand can have a powerful effect on us. 'Prana' translates to energy or life force and Prana Mudra is supposed to stimulate and waken th body and organs. It is said to have many other powerful benefits when done regularly including improved vision, mental clarity and even cramps in the legs. ​

Here are some tips on Prana Mudra...

Join the tips of your pinky, ring finger and thumb together.

Do this Mudra with both hands.

Extend the other fingers

Take deep smooth breaths.

Try to do this Mudra is a quiet space as possible.

Use it when you need to to find more clarity.

Use it to bring you more energy when you need a pick me up.

Have an energizing and Fabulous day loves. Namaste.

Did you notice anything after practicing this Mudra?We would love to know in the comments below. ​